LGBTQ+ patients throughout Pride month and every month are supported at South Bay OBGYN.

We continue to be dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming environment to all patients and wish everyone a happy Pride!

South Bay OBGYN supports our LGBTQ+ patients throughout Pride month and every month!

We are dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming environment to our  LGBTQ+ patients and wish everyone a happy Pride!

Maximizing your health insurance benefits before the end of the year should be a priority for you and your family. Don’t give up extra benefits just because you are busy or have forgotten about these perks. Now is exactly the time to review what you are still entitled to.

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As of August 27, 2021, Michael J. Thesing, MD will no longer be available for appointments. After much thought and consideration for his and his family’s needs, Dr. Thesing made the tough decision to move away from private practice and join a group of doctors providing in-house hospitalist roles at various hospital facilities.  He remains in the area, but will only be working in the hospital setting.

Dr. Thesing had been a part of South Bay OBGYN since December 2019; we remain grateful for his time here with us and we wish him well in his future endeavors.

In Remembrance:

Our beloved Dr. Obed Ferrari passed away on April 29, 2021 from respiratory complications. His passing has come to us all as a great loss. He had been with South Bay OBGYN for the past 20 years and had recently stepped back in 2020, due to COVID. He had continued to be available to assist with obstetrical surgical cases and will be greatly missed.

During the past year, Dr. Ferrari took time off to travel, be with his Brother and was eager to get his soccer leagues going again this year. His focus on the Lord was extremely committed. He shared the message daily, attended bible study and was an actively practicing Seventh Day Adventist at Paradise Valley Spanish Church.

Dr. Ferrari is survived by all of us here at SB OBGYN, his wife, 3 daughters, several grandchildren, 2 sisters and 1 bother; plus numerous nieces and nephews who all adored him dearly. The memories of his daily smiles and quick wit will continue to brighten our hearts.

Grateful to the Lord who has called is son home.

With the new state of California Stay At Home Order, South Bay OBGYN continues to be open to take care of the needs of our patient’s.  To ensure the safety of not only our staff, but you as the patient too, we have equipped our office’s with PPE and we ask that all patient’s do their part to prevent the spread of COVID:

• Disclose if you have any symptoms of COVID
• Disclose if you have TESTED POSITIVE for COVID
• Disclose if you have been in contact with a COVID POSITIVE person
• Wear your MASK during your entire visit in our office
• Be prepared to have your Temperature taken upon arrival
• Only you, the Patient will be allowed to enter our office’s
• For social distancing purpose, please be advised that you may be asked to wait out in the hallway or car until called.
• All NON-Essential persons have been limited and we ask all husband’s, family members or children to wait in the hall or in their vehicles

If you are positive or have been exposed to a positive person or have cold / flu symptoms, we will require that you have your appointment via TELEHEALTH. We continue to be open for all types of appointments, including TELEHEALTH as an alternative for those who would prefer to stay in the safety of their homes. Whether it’s a telephone call or an actual video chat, we want everyone to be comfortable and remain safe.

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March Awareness

March is National Multiple Sclerosis, Colorectal Cancer, Endometriosis and Trisomy Awareness month. Many illnesses that we at SB OBGYN are here to assist you with.

Multiple Sclerosis is a chronic illness affecting your central nervous system. The body’s own immune system attacks the protective lining of the protects nerve fibers.  This causes inflammation and scar tissue which makes it hard for your brain to send signals to the rest of your body. The most common symptom is fatigue and inability to walk.

Colorectal Cancer is a cancer that starts in the colon (large intestine) or rectum (anal). The American National Society states that 1 in 24 women will develop this type of cancer.  The most famous woman, Farrah Fawcett, lost her battle with this type of cancer at age 62. Common symptoms can be constipation or diarrhea, and changes in stool color, shape and contains blood.  This cancer has been associated with HPV infections; so prevention is ever so important and testing for your risk is available.

Endometriosis is a condition where the lining of your uterus grows outside of your uterus. It can grow on your ovaries, bowel, and pelvis. Endometriosis is a very common gynecological condition affecting up to 10% of women. The number one symptoms are pelvic pain and inflammation. You are not alone and we can assist in treating this condition.

Trisomy 8 is the condition that affects human chromosomes where three chromosomes exist verses just two. It is a rare disorder that is more often found in males versus females at a ratio of 4 to 1. It is rare, as only 1 out of 25,000 – 50,000 occur in pregnancy.  Some children born with this condition show physical symptoms while others do not. Genetic testing is available to all women throughout her pregnancy. Our office recommends such testing as a standard part of obstetrical care.

ANNOUNCING: Late Clinic Hours

South Bay OBGYN is pleased to announce late clinic hours at our Sharp Chula Vista Office at 765 Medical Center Court location. Our office has appointments available up till 7 pm into the evening to provide access to care to our patients. Contact our schedulers today to book after 5 pm!!!

South Bay Birthdays

February Birthday celebrations included our lead MA for BioTE, Joanna – Happy Birthday!!!

National Cancer Prevention Month

Cervical Cancer Awareness month has come to a close; February brings us to National Cancer Prevention Month.

Get yourself checked for Breast, Ovarian, Cervical and colon cancers by visiting our office and asking to be screened. Our Cancer Prevention Program allows us to determine the risk of patients who have a familial history of cancer or have had two cancers themselves.  We will screen you with a questionnaire, discuss your familial history, submit blood work, and then give you a complete genetic-based consultation to make you aware of your personal cancer risk. Your “tarecuzik” score is unique to you alone.

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Welcome the New Year by focusing on your well being!

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